Bookkeeper

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Wales; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist accountancy practice in the United Kingdom is seeking a Bookkeeper to deliver quality bookkeeping and financial support for various not-for-profit and charity clients. This rewarding role requires proven bookkeeping experience, strong skills in double-entry bookkeeping, and a genuine interest in the non-profit sector. The firm offers a supportive culture with flexible work patterns and benefits including 25 days of holiday, sick leave, and a pension scheme. Hybrid working may also be available.

Benefits

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Dependants leave for unwell children

Sick pay of up to 1-2 months

Maternity & paternity leave in line with policy

Pension up to 6% matched

Qualifications

• Proven bookkeeping experience in a practice setting is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping principles.
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process day-to-day bookkeeping tasks for multiple clients.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable effectively.
• Reconcile bank and control accounts accurately.

Skills

Proven bookkeeping experience

Double-entry bookkeeping

Cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Interest in Non-Profit/Charity sector

Education

AAT qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

📌 Job Advert: Bookkeeper - Specialist Accountancy Practice (NFP & Charities)

Location: Just outside Cardiff (with potential hybrid working if required)
Employment Type: [Full-time / Part-time]

About the Firm

Our client is a long-established and highly respected accountancy practice dedicated exclusively to supporting Not-for-Profit organisations and charities. With a reputation for integrity, accuracy and exceptional service, they provide specialist financial expertise that helps mission-driven organisations thrive.

The Role

As a Bookkeeper, you will play a key part in delivering high-quality bookkeeping and financial support to a portfolio of NFP and charity clients. This is a rewarding position for someone who enjoys meaningful work and wants to support organisations making a real social impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing day-to-day bookkeeping tasks for multiple clients
• Managing accounts payable and receivable
• Reconciling bank and control accounts
• Preparing monthly and quarterly financial reports
• Supporting client queries and maintaining excellent relationships
• Assisting with year-end preparation and audit support
• Ensuring compliance with charity accounting standards and best practice

About You

Essential

• Proven bookkeeping experience (practice experience advantageous)
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
• Good working knowledge of cloud accounting software (e.g., Xero, Sage, QuickBooks)
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• Ability to manage multiple clients and deadlines
• Genuine interest in the Non‑Profit/Charity sector

Desirable

• Experience working with charity clients or fund‑based accounting
• AAT qualification (or equivalent), or working towards it

Work Pattern & Benefits

Our client offers a supportive and people-focused environment with excellent work-life balance.

Benefits include:

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Dependants leave: Up to 2 weeks contractually for unwell children (direct bloodline)
• Sick pay: Up to 1-2 months
• Maternity & paternity leave in line with policy
• Pension: Up to 6% matched
• Supportive, friendly culture with long‑standing team members
• Opportunity to work with purpose‑driven organisations making a positive impact